Hi everyone, I'm trying to find relatives of a Rebecca UMLANDT nee OLDENBURG. I do not know Rebecca's husband's name. The family did speak German. I have a picture of Rebecca's grave, but I have no idea where in the world she is buried! Rebecca Umlandt nee Oldenburg born: 14 Sep 1840 died: 13 Mar 1916 Is there a central Registry of Births, Death & Marriages in Germany, that I can write to requesting a birth or death search? Rebecca UMLANDT is the Grandmother of: 1. William Peter Uland - Jun 1886 Antwerp, Belgium (have been unable to find William's birth certificate in Belgium) 2. Frances Uland (female) - c.1888 (last heard of in Hamburg, Germany 1916 - occupation: nurse) Parents of William & Frances: Julius Christian ULAND & Henrietta Elizabeth Fransisco COYLE Does anyone have any idea the origin of the surname COYLE. To me, it sounds English, however the middle name 'Fransisco' does not. I also do not know if Rebecca UMLANDT is the paternal or maternal Grandmother. It has crossed my mind that William Peter ULAND, changed his name from UMLANDT to ULAND. William Peter ULAND is my Great Grandfather. I have his Naturalisation certificate & marriage certificate. I have not been able to find William's birth certificate in Belgium. I would appreciate any suggestions, as this family has been my 'brick wall' for years. :) Kind regards, Sherrie. NSW, Australia. -- http://www.silkweb.com.au/